Landscape Notes: The "First Prize" rose plant is a well-known and award-winning hybrid tea rose variety, highly prized for its striking appearance and remarkable qualities. Here’s a detailed description:
The blooms are large, typically 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in diameter, and have a high-centered, classic shape. The petals are a rich, deep shade of yellow at the center, gradually transitioning to a soft peach or apricot color at the edges. The color can range from light peach to golden yellow depending on the growing conditions.
The First Prize rose is known for its delightful, strong, and fruity fragrance, with hints of citrus and spice, making it a sensory treat.
The plant has glossy, dark green, healthy leaves that create a beautiful contrast against the colorful blooms. The foliage is disease-resistant, which is another reason this rose is highly sought after.
It is a robust, upright shrub that typically grows to about 3-4 feet (90-120 cm) tall and 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) wide. It can be grown as a bush or trained as a small tree.
The First Prize rose is a repeat bloomer, producing multiple flushes of flowers from spring to fall. This makes it a consistent source of color in the garden.
Exposure/Culture: Thrives in full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight a day. Prefers well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic soil. Requires consistent moisture, especially during hot, dry weather, but should not be overwatered as it is susceptible to root rot. Like most hybrid teas, it benefits from regular pruning to encourage healthy growth and abundant blooms.
Other Notes: As its name suggests, the First Prize rose has won several prestigious awards, including the All-America Rose Selections (AARS) and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) awards. It's often praised for its beauty, performance, and resistance to common rose diseases like black spot.
Due to its vibrant colors, strong fragrance, and elegant form, the First Prize rose is a popular choice for rose enthusiasts, gardens, and floral arrangements.
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| Genus |
Rosa |
| Species |
First Prize' |
| Container Size |
3 Gallon |
| Foliage Color |
Green |
| Mature Height |
3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spread |
2 - 3 Feet |
| Soil |
Well Drained |
| Zones |
6 - 11 |
| Mature Form |
Upright |
| Growth Rate |
Medium |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Flower Color |
Pink/ivory pink reverse |
| Fall Color |
Green |
| Bloom Period |
Summer |
